Jim Goodwin, CEO of the Center for Human Development told Western Mass News there are some warning signs to look out for in children, such as those who have been victims of violence, bullying, have a history of substance abuse, or have witnessed those things in people close to them.

Goodwin said there’s something children can do to help peers who may be suffering.

“Kids need to be aware of how they can help other kids and they also need to be aware of the price that isolating another child is gonna have on that person," Goodwin noted.

He said there’s a stigma around mental health.

“There’s a belief that you should be able to do it on your own, you should be tough enough to handle it. If you’re trying to put yourself forward as a strong, tough man and you’re out there asking for help, it implies a sort of weakness," he added.

According to CHD, mental illness likely affects more people than identify with it. there are 24-hour resources available for anyone who needs them at CHD.

The CHD provides a 24-hour number anyone can call for mental or emotional health services. That phone number is 844-243-4357.